How Suravaram & Associates Transformed Their Practice with ATOM

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The Challenges We Faced Before ATOM

How ATOM Helped Us Overcome These Problems

The Importance of a PMS Tool Like ATOM in the Present and Future

Why Chartered Accountants Should Shift to Tools Like ATOM

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How Suravaram & Associates Transformed Their Practice with ATOM

By Vider Research Team | Updated on:June 24th 2024 | 10 min read

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1. The Challenges We Faced Before ATOM

Providing exceptional client service is a core value at Anantharaju & Associates, Chartered Accountants. However, managing a large team and a diverse clientele efficiently posed significant challenges. Centralizing and organizing workflows became a top priority to overcome these hurdles.

At Suravaram & Associates, we take pride in our commitment to delivering exceptional client service. However, managing a large team and a diverse clientele presented significant challenges. Here’s a look at the issues we faced before implementing ATOM:

Disorganized Task ManagementLike many CA firms, Anantharaju & Associates relied heavily on manual processes for task allocation and compliance tracking. This approach created several bottlenecks:

Disorganized Task Management: Tracking tasks manually on spreadsheets led to confusion and errors. It was challenging to see which task belonged to which client, who was working on it, and its current status.

Inconsistent Record KeepingManaging the generation of UDINs (Unique Document Identification Numbers) was a challenge, leading to potential compliance issues.

Difficulty Handling Bulk Activities: Reassigning tasks or making bulk changes when team members were on leave was time-consuming and error-prone.

2.How ATOM Helped Us Overcome These Problems

Adopting ATOM was a game-changer for us. Here’s how its features helped us tackle our problems head-on and improve our efficiency:

Streamlined Task Management:With ATOM, we now have a centralized system where we can systematically save all details related to tasks. We can easily track the task name, the client it belongs to, who is working on it, and the status of working papers. This has made our task management process transparent and efficient.

Improved Record Keeping:ATOM allows us to track why a particular task is on hold, how many times a department has adjourned a case, and more. This comprehensive tracking has significantly simplified peer reviews and ensured we have all necessary information at our fingertips.

Efficient UDIN Management:The recent update of the UDIN register in ATOM helps us track the total number of UDINs generated in a specific period and identifies who generated them. This feature ensures we stay compliant and can easily manage our documentation.

Enhanced Bulk Activity Handling:ATOM’s bulk activity features have been incredibly valuable. Whether it’s making bulk changes to task details, bulk reassigning tasks, or changing statuses, these features save us time and reduce errors. For instance, when an article assistant is on long leave, we can transfer all their tasks to another user seamlessly.

3. The Importance of a PMS Tool Like ATOM in the Present and Future

In today’s fast-paced world, efficiency and accuracy are paramount. A Practice Management Software (PMS) like ATOM is not just a tool but a necessity. Here’s why:

Centralized Management:ATOM provides a single platform to manage clients, tasks, billing, and document drafting. This centralization reduces the chances of errors and ensures all team members have access to up-to-date information.

Scalability:As our practice grows, the complexity of managing tasks and clients increases. ATOM scales with us, ensuring we can handle more clients and tasks without compromising on efficiency.

Compliance and Audit Readiness:Features like the UDIN register and comprehensive task tracking ensure we are always audit-ready and compliant with regulations.

4. Why Chartered Accountants Should Shift to Tools Like ATOM

For chartered accountants, the shift to tools like ATOM is crucial for several reasons:

Increased Productivity:By automating routine tasks and providing efficient task management, ATOM helps firms like ours increase productivity by up to 40%.

Enhanced Client Satisfaction:With streamlined operations and reduced delivery times, we can provide better service to our clients, resulting in higher client satisfaction.

Future-ProofingAs the industry evolves, having a robust PMS like ATOM ensures we are prepared for future challenges and can adapt quickly to changes.

At Suravaram & Associates, our journey with ATOM has been transformative. From overcoming operational inefficiencies to significantly boosting productivity and client satisfaction, ATOM has proven to be an invaluable asset. If you’re a chartered accountant looking to enhance your practice, now is the time to make the shift to ATOM.

For more information on how ATOM can revolutionize your practice, feel free to reach out or share your thoughts and experiences below. Let’s embrace the future of practice management together!